My Demon

visually stunning filler

[Before we begin I have to shout out that intro. Never skipped and even replayed it sometimes. The visuals and vibes go too hard]

I'll be honest, I wasn't on board with the show until about ep 4, but that proposal really sped things up for me. The story has your typical problematic chaebol family but some twists here and there. The jokes weren't landing in the beginning but things became funnier as this progressed.


The acting was ok. The FL carried hard. The visual chemistry is insane, and the romantic chemistry is good too. I'm still on the fence about SK’s abilities as an actor. Either the roles he's getting aren't challenging or he simply doesn't have the range. Either way he wasn’t the best here and at times I thought he forgot how to act. KYJ has such a charming face. The directors knew what they were doing casting her in this. Seok Hoon, Madam Ju, and Seok Min’s actors were good. Everyone else was just ok.

This was better than I thought it was gonna be but nothing to rave home about. I actually found myself looking forward to the ep drops, tho this had more to do with the fan service and visual aspect. I had to be honest with myself--this was a filler show. Visually pleasing but filler nonetheless. Everything else was what you'd expect from a fantasy drama with crazy rich people in the mix. I was never really invested in the overarching story at any point. We also got the predictable happy ending which is good for general kdrama viewers but bad if you expected more plot execution.

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"My Demon": Song Kang & Kim Yoo-Jung Deliver Sparks in Supernatural Rom-Com

"My Demon" like two friends over coffee. So, picture this: you've got this icy heiress, Do Do Hee, running the world with a frozen smile and steely gaze. Then boom, this cocky demon, Jung Koo Won, crashes into her life, all smoke and shadow, only to lose his mojo in the most embarrassing way possible. Talk about awkward! They're forced to team up, navigating a world of hidden powers and simmering secrets, all while trying not to set each other on fire with their undeniable chemistry.

Sure, the storyline might trip up here and there, but the banter between these two? Pure gold. Song Kang and Kim Yoo-jung have this crackling energy that just pops off the screen. You're laughing one minute, swooning the next, and wondering how someone can be so infuriatingly attractive. And the whole good-versus-bad, demon-and-human thing? It's not your typical love story, but that's what makes it so addicting. You're rooting for them even though it feels a little forbidden, a little dangerous.

By the end, you'll be misty-eyed (okay, maybe that's just me), but mostly satisfied. It's a show that leaves you wanting more, not because it's unfinished, but because you just want to hang out with these flawed, lovable characters a little longer. So, if you're looking for a fun, spicy ride with a touch of the fantastical, "My Demon" is definitely worth your time. Just grab your favorite drink, some tissues (just in case!), and get ready for a wild, heartwarming adventure.

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give it a chance!

My Demon

Do Do Hee - Kim Youjung
Jeung Gu Won - Song Kang

Summary: I absolutely loved this drama. The actors’ chemistry was amazing. Song Kang and Kim Youjung holy. Their BTS makes me feel like this show isn’t a show and the couple is real. Everything they do is so natural, which means that they are phenomenal actors and actresses. The only couple things that are keeping this drama from a 10/10 is that there are some parts where it is cringey and a little too corny for me. Also, I felt like some of the dramatics were just way too dramatic in this drama, like that woman with Austin and Justin and the assistants for Do Do Hee and Gu Won. Do Do Hee’s coworkers were also just way too dramatic. Also, I think the ending is a bit rushed especially with Gu Won’s return. Don’t get me wrong, I’m glad he came back as quick as he did, but I wish we got more details about where he went and how “god” brought him back exactly. Besides that though, this was a really good drama. Idk why the reviews are so low, but I’m glad I didn’t listen to them and I formed my own opinion.

Episode 1: “His whole existence exudes sensuality” - Heck yes, it does. Song Kang’s eyes are so captivating and his presence just screams caring, but cold and dominant at the same time. The aura that Jeung Gu Won emanates is just so captivating. His style of clothing with the long trench coat and his protective figure taken, even if it’s out of the motivation to form deals with humans to take their souls, is just mesmerizing. At the end of the episode, you can still see Jeung Gu Won’s caring side as Do Do Hee was about to fall into the ocean and he realized his powers were gone, but he still jumped after her.

Episode 3: How the heck did Jeung Gu Won know that Do Do Hee was in danger when acid was almost thrown on her!? Also, the fact he put his own life in danger to protect her by stepping in front of the acid predicts his care for her, even if they both don’t know it. I’m glad she now knows what he is though, at least he doesn’t have to hide that part anymore. His aura and power whenever he can channel his demon powers rlly shines through. I actually really like how they both give each other the support they need. Do Do Hee learns how to be a little less tough and emotionless in front of him. He learns what it’s like to be a human and feel those emotions. I love Jeung Gu Won’s soft side. He knows he can’t bring back the dead, but he made sure that Madam Ju could comfort Do Do Hee one more time and he left to give them their own privacy. He’s more caring and human than he thinks.

Episode 4: Wow wow wow, the end of this episode left me so happy with all the tension that we got. When Jeung Gu Won was basically dead, Do Do Hee saved the day for once. The fact that she was able to find him and stop a group of like 12 guys that were ganging up on him. Not only that, but let’s talk about Song Kang’s gaze during that moment. When he found Do Do Hee standing there with that wistle, his eyes gave everything away. He instantly fell in love, if he wasn’t already secretly developing feelings. Not only that, but then the tango that they did after and Gu Won’s realization that he broke the third rule of being a bodyguard “Don’t fall in love.” He was in a daze the rest of the night basically and he knew that he was done for. I loved when he started realizing his human emotions were coming on when he felt his heart racing.

Episode 5: The start of this episode was hit with a banger. We got the infamous scene of Song Kang shirtless in the shower. I have got to say, he has one of the most insane builds that I’ve ever seen filmed in any Asian drama. His 8-pack is so defined, broad shoulders, and it looks like he has 0% body fat with how lean he is. Then, when Do Do Hee came to visit him and he had that unbuttoned blue shirt, man…he is just such a tease. However, I could’ve guessed this mini-plotline from a mile away. Gu Won is scared of the feelings that he has and knows he isn’t supposed to have them, so he is saying hurtful words that are untrue to get Do Do Hee away from him and give them some space. BUT, U STILL SEE HIS CARE BECAUSE HE CALLS HIS ASSISTANT AND MAKES SURE SHE GETS HOME SAFE. I ALSO DON’T THINK THIS CARE IS BECAUSE OF HIS TATTOO ANYMORE, HIS VOICE DIDN’T SOUND LIKE HE WAS TALKING WITH AN INTERIOR MOTIVE. Ugh, I hope this miscommunication era is over quickly though because they both really need each other. There are death wishes on both of them and the only way to fight the evil is to work together, so we’ll see.

Episode 6: Wow wow wow…this episode started out wonderful. Do Do Hee made a really smart decision adding Gu Won’s contact to her emergency contacts and I’m glad she didn’t remove it out of anger after their fight. Gu Won dropped everything, came without hesitation, sped like no one believed could be possible, climbed so many flights of stairs, and somehow was able to save Do Do Hee at just the right time. Not only that, but this was after their big argument where they broke off their bodyguard relationship. Gu Won still literally came with no hesitation and saved Do Do Hee. Although I think the second lead is a good guy too, I’m glad he wasn’t her only emergency contact because he would’ve been too late. I loved loved loved the eye contact that Gu Won and Do Do Hee made when they were literally dangling. She was so scared, so insanely scared senseless and he shows up literally knight in shining armor. Not only that, but my favorite part of this whole rescue was the part where they hugged each other. It was one of the only times that we see Do Do Hee being vulnerable and losing her strong boss facade that she always carries. Gu Won was also the perfect person to be vulnerable towards as he was able to comfort her perfectly. He held her, patted her on the back, and gave her words of reassurance. You know, for a demon that claims not to know how to be human, he does a pretty good job of observing Do Do Hee’s emotions and being able to cater towards them perfectly. I love how Gu Won also always notices when Do Do Hee talks or thinks about Madam Ju and he can’t help but feel empathetic.

Episode 7: Op!!! Their first kiss, in a photobooth…how cute. I love how the start of their marriage is so cute and awkward, just like 14 year old children dating for the first time and having the time of their lives, while both thinking about how awkward they are. Not only that, but Gu Won secretly keeping the photostrip of them two kissing so that “the culprit doesn’t find them”…although we all know that it is for himself. Come on now…we’re not that dumb.

Episode 8: Wow the start of this episode had me so scared. Gu Won was literally on the verge of death, like he was dead and then Do Do Hee somehow got to him at the last possible moment. Do Do Hee and Gu Won’s true care and love for each other really showed, no matter what they both say. Do Do Hee would’ve been Gu Won’s last spoken words and Do Do Hee was scared to death that Gu Won was truly dead and she was too late. I also love their little catchphrase/inside saying that Gu Won says to Do Do Hee with “Let me charge.” Basically, let me hold you, hold your arm, be next to you, or hold your hand so that my powers can recharge. But, I think that saying goes past powers now. It goes towards his emotional state and him as a person, Gu Won has definitely started to rely on Do Do Hee to function because he’s constantly thinking about her. Bro bro bro…this charging thing is so cute. They’ve upgraded from occasional hand holding to sleeping in the same bed hand holding to full on hugging eachother to sleep…ugh my mood changed so quick. I knew Do Do Hee loves Gu Won too much to continue putting him in danger. I guessed that she would figure out how to let him go. She gave up her whole empire basically, her whole dream for his safety. This time, it was her saying hurtful words pushing him away and I couldn’t with the look on his face bro. It was so sad. “The most human thing you can do is loving someone.” Gu Won has definitely fallen into that trap. I CANT GUYS !!! I only had to be mad for 7 minutes, becuase then Gu Won found out the truth why she quit everything and raced to find her. And then a masterpiece was created. He revealed that he no longer cared whether he lived or died and said “What’s best for you…is what is best for me..Even if my feelings for you make me insignificant and weak, you are my fate that I cannot defy.” Guys guys guys…stop it right now. Gu Won is so godo with words for being a demon most of his life. AND I CANNOT FORGET TO TALK ABOUT THAT KISS. IT WAS PERFECT! CHEFS KISS. THE MUSIC. THE SPRINKLERS, OMG THE SPRINKLERS MAKING THEM BOTH DRENCHED MADE IT SO MUCH BETTER. IN THE GARDEN. NOT A FISH KISS/PECK. HOLY HOLY HOLY! OBSESSED.

Episode 9: STOP IT RIGHT NOW! FIRST OFF, WE GET THAT LOVELY REPLAY OF THE KISS IN THE SPRINKLERS WHERE THEY FINALLY REVEAL THEIR TRUE FEELINGS. AND THEN…WE GOT MORE SCENES! NO ONE TOLD ME THAT THEY WOULD HAVE A SCENE OF THEM HINTING AT ——. LIKE HELLO….he literally pushed her up against the wall, climbed on top of her in bed, his dangling cross necklace, shirt off, interlocking fingers with the tattoo, all of those actions combined with immaculate kissing…like this drama does not disappoint in terms of NOT feeding us pecks or fish kisses (iykyk). holy, my hand was covering my mouth the entire time, i literally couldn’t breathe for the first like 3 minutes of the episode. Aww…they are so cute as a happy married couple at the start of this episode. Gu Won is so insanely like golden retriever energy in this specific episode, discovering all of these things that humans do as couples. I love Song Kang’s acting in this drama because he can play so many different roles. He can do the “evil” demon, the protector, or the puppy husband. It does make me sad when he loses his powers though. I could’ve guessed it, but his acting was really good as it made me feel just how lost he felt without his powers being anywhere anymore. He doesn’t know who he is and his life’s work is basically all gone.

Episode 10: “My biggest fear is living in a world without you.” Aww..the way that Gu Won knows that he might die but he’s hiding it from Do Do Hee so that she doesn’t worry. “I can’t live without her.” Gu Won literally just ran into a fire even when he is just a mere human to save her. Do Do Hee had the same feeling as “It’s always worse losing someone you love rather than losing yourself.” The way they’re both fully willing to sacrifice themselves for the other. WHENEVER THAT THEME SONG COMES ON, YOU KNOW IT’S ABOUT TO BE GOOD. HE GOT HIS POWERS BACK!!!!

Episode 12: When Gu Won realized that he killed Do Do Hee when he was a human because of his love for her, he was super scared to do it again in this life as a demon. However, when he said “I don’t want to make you miserable because of my love for you”, Do Do Hee said “I would be miserable without you. So, if I had a choice, let’s be miserable together.” I loved that statement because it calmed Gu Won and showed that she’s in this for real with him. “I’ll make sure we have a happy ending this time.”

Episode 13: When Do Do Hee and Gu Won said “I love you” to eachother for the first time with the flowers, that kiss after felt so natural. Kim Youjung and Song Kang’s chemistry is so natural, it feels like a real married couple.

Episode 14: Gu Won loves Do Do Hee so much that he told her to go find her happiness without him. He left her in order for her to be safe and happy. He knew that her being with him is destined for failure and her being miserable, so he let go. That’s how much he loves her.

Episode 15: The end of this episode turned from “YES!” to “WHAT THE HECK?”. At first, when I heard the theme song, I was like, yes, Gu Won is going to show up and save Do Do Hee. Gu Won did in fact show up and I loved his angry look tailored towards Noh Suk-min. But, Gu Won did the one thing he’s not allowed to do as a demon, which is bring someone back to life. He did it to save Do Do Hee, but that means that the demon spontaneously combusts. Then, when Do Do Hee asked “You saved me?”, Gu Won responded with “I saved myself.” Gu Won couldn’t live with himself without Do Do Hee so by saving her, he saved himself. That’s true love right there.

Episode 16: The Christmas miracle came true. Thank god (literally) that Gu Won is back and thank goodness he made that bet. I love how this story ended, most people got the ending they deserved. Although how is Noh Suk-min still alive? Anyway, I loved Jin Ga-young’s ending too. Gu Won finally showed some care for her and it was such a bittersweet ending for them.

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Love this!

Wow, these reviews are brutal. A lot of them are picking My Demon apart piece by piece. So what if the story seems familiar in places? So what if there are ridiculous characters?

The only thing that matters is if you enjoy the series. Which I did!! And, for that matter, I give it a 10! This isn’t rocket science. This is entertainment and I was thoroughly entertained.

I have never seen a more beautiful couple. I have rarely seen such chemistry between a couple in the many dramas I have watched. Their playfulness was adorable. Their tenderness towards each other was enviable.

I love the supporting characters as well. I still get teary eyed when I think of how the son was mistreated. That’s saying how powerful the emotions are in this series to stay with me.

Loved this so much.

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You've seen bits of it before... but it's still lots of fun

You are definitely going to be getting de ja vu while watching this, I agree with some of the other reviewers - I definitely found myself drawing comparisons with Goblin, Black Knight, and some Doom at your Service.

But you know what? It's still an enjoyable watch, I love the sound track and the chemistry between Kim Yoo Jung and Song Kang was excellent.

There's some threat and mystery as people keep dying around the main characters as we figure out who that is and follow that trail, meanwhile the demon is making deals and ultimately all the stories come crashing together and we realise there's nothing random about this at all.

There's one thing they didn't face off squarely though in my opinion and I suspect it was to keep the positive tone particularly in the ending, but it just rang off key for me. Black Knight faced it head on, he was immortal, she was mortal, there are implications for that and as tough as it made Black Knight to watch it finished the story. I kinda get why they didn't go down that route, but it just felt like a bit left unsaid.

Cast are all brilliant. Kim Yoo Jung is always a top star and I enjoy watching her performances, Kim Hae Sook is brilliant to watch as well, and Cha Chung Hwa's character is brilliantly done too, I especially like her cap - which has "GOOD" written on it, but one of the O's is barely visible. I mean, just in case you needed it spelled out...

The show does have one of my favourite lines though, which i'll paraphrase ;)

"People like to think I control everything, but really i'm just a companion on their journey".

I like that, it played off well in the moment too.

It does have a magic button fix-all moment, but I think it worked and was led up to numerous times prior to it happening so it didn't feel like the writer had an "i have no idea how to get out of this, i'll just magic up a solution" moment.

The little bickering bit at the end however just felt really odd. I guess the writer was trying to get a final message in but honestly it didn't hit home for me at all, and just scribbled a bit over the general positive theme.

I'd certainly recommend the watch, I've not regretted watching it in the slightest, though I don't rate it as one of the best they don't all have to be the best!

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A fantasy romance that perfectly matches my kdrama taste

Bear in mind: My taste in kdramas is very personal and uniquely my own.

I really enjoyed My Demon because it represents exactly the kind of kdrama I naturally gravitate towards. Fantasy romance with gorgeous visuals, intense chemistry, playful banter, emotional tension and a couple whose dynamic makes you want to keep watching them again and again.

For me, this drama was never just about the supernatural storyline. What truly made it memorable was the relationship between Do Do Hee and Gu Won. I loved watching their connection slowly shift from teasing, pride and chaotic power struggles into something much softer, deeper and more protective. Their enemies-to-lovers energy had the perfect balance of humour, tension and emotional vulnerability, which is one of the reasons I found them so addictive as a couple.

The whole drama has a very specific charm that perfectly matches my personal taste. It is stylish, romantic, dramatic, funny, mysterious and visually beautiful. All wrapped in this elegant dark-fairytale atmosphere. The cinematography, outfits, soundtrack and overall mood made every episode feel aesthetically pleasing and emotionally engaging at the same time.

My Demon became one of those dramas that I didn't watch once and move on from. It stayed with me enough to make me rewatch it multiple times because it gives me the exact comfort I love in kdramas. It is the kind of story I enjoy not only for the plot but for the feeling, atmosphere and emotional pull it creates.

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last episode thoughts

Was it just me or was the whole last episode filler and flash backs?? nothing happened until the very last fifteen minutes. also how the heck did Noh Seok Min even survive??? I was expecting him to become a demon somehow. but he falls of the tallest building I’ve ever seen and falls into the water and somehow survives?? falling from a height like that would be like hitting cement and absolutely shatter his body. he comes back for all of five minutes and is dead 😅 it would have been more completing and exciting if he had come back as a demon as well. that’s where I thought the show was going with him stealing the book and learning about demons. that all became pointless then too.

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Fails on the Story of a Fallen Angel

Honestly, I am blur as to what the writer really wanted to showcase and highlight about the story. But at least this series is far to be near the story of Thomas John Ellis's role as Lucifer in the American blockbuster urban fantasy tv series 'Lucifer' who both tackles the life of the castaway angel. Perhaps, the writer wanted to depict another side of this demonic character. i just find the story lackluster and failed to deliver a spectacle despite those good-looking actors, captivating location and production scenes.

The story simply lacks substance and spectacle of what the story of an evil creature should be depicted in order to leave an etch on the minds of the viewers.

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Entertaining

Spoilers- read at your own risk.

My thoughts before it aired:

I didn't know about this drama until maybe 2-4weeks before it's air date. I was really excited to watch this because of the actors who were casted as main leads. Their visuals in the poster arr awesome. I watched a few dramas of Kim Yoojung's and like 2 of Song Kang's that I didn't get to finish (not due to his acting but possibly because the stories weren't for me) so I had a rough idea on what to expect from Kim Yoojung's acting which I like.

The intro song:
This intro song has made it in to the top 10 intro songs that I'd never skip because wow.

Storyline:
The overall concept was good especially the first few episodes and the first half of the drama was really amazing. The second half of the drama was cool but I think that the story could have been filled with more awesome twists and possible new storylines could've benefited the drama for example if Do-Hee became the demon or was the original one somehow but as I'm writing this review, I think with the route that the drama went with was actually good because then that twist would've been so obvious.

That annoying side character:
There is most likely always an annoying side character trying to interfere with the main couple's relationship in most dramas but thankfully, here, she wasn't really evil but at times unlikable and selfish but was tolerable to an extent. I liked how her character developed and her story ended.

The main couple:
Cutie Pies. 💓 Awesome chemistry. Good casting. They need to be in another drama again after Song Kang returns from his military enlistment.

Favourite scene:
Trying not to spoil this but the stair case scene and how they got there was epic.

The last few episodes:
They were a little bit slow paced but that didn't really make me think 'I need to stop watching this'. Also, there were two times when Do-Hee behaved strangely for me and they were when she saw Gu-Won collecting his deal towards the last few episodes and when she 'protected' him at the end of episode 15.... I was thinking girl.... you know that he's a demon and that's what he does and also he has powers to protect himself. So, to answer this myself to give that an excuse, I thought okay let's just say it's just human instinct because she never saw him collect deals before properly and that action she did to save him was purely instinct aswell.

The last episode:
The story pretty much concluded in episode 15 or you could the beginning of episode 16 because we got our main lead back in like the firat 15 mins or so of the last episode which was great and the remainder of the episode (pretty much 90% of it) was dedicated to their happily ever after. I am glad that this was the case because usually in most other dramas we only get like 2 mins of a happy ending - 10 mins if we are lucky. There was no rush to conclude this drama on a positive note because they gave it plenty of time and that'l was awesome. One of the best things of the ending was that Gu-Won remained a demon and he actually liked being one and he didn't magically become human just to please viewers or that Do-Hee didn't become a demon somehow. They both stayed how they were and basically just loved each other. It was a bitter sweet happy ending because he'll outlive her but still finished on a positive note.

Should you watch this?
Completely your choice.

Was it a life changing drama that I will remember for years to come? (*ahem ahem Moon Lovers*)
Probably not but that's not to say that this isn't good.

My overall rating for this drama is a 10 because I genuinely enjoyed watching it and the anticipation of waiting for it weekly and omg the tiktok edits were so fun to watch.

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I hope you're hungry for nothing

It's like you put every food that you ever loved into a one bowl and eat all of it at one sitting, you would think that it would taste good but no you puke at the end because mixing that amount of food is abviously gonna make you sick. This drama is like a mix of every fantasy romance drama that has ever been made so cliche, so predictable, so boring... If you're gonna make this psychopath murderer thing a big part of the storyline maybe not make it too on the nose, leave a little bit place for viewers to wonder this makes watching experience so boring beacause you can clearly figure out what's gonna happen next. Why would I wanna watch a show where I already know what's going to happen in it. No plot twist no nothing.
The chemistry between the main leads was undeniable I'll give you that but I kept expecting him to turn into a real human again when he comes back, so they can finish their love story with a proper ending at least in this lifetime but no that didn't happen. I almost thought he was going to have a breakthrough or something while talking to that man he had a deal with at the subway about being a real human but no that didn't happen either

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Cool premise but lost the plot

Around halfway through it becomes clear that the writers have no idea what they want to do with this show, so every two episodes is a useless conflict that creates unnecessary angst before the male lead resolves it with... plot armour? All intrigue built in the first few episodes slowly goes away as the plot becomes more and more ridiculous. All of the characters lose all of their interesting characterizations in favour of a trope-filled plot. And while I love a good trope, this show is all tropes no substance. The stakes don't feel real, and no matter how well the characters act, the writing is too bad for me to buy into the story.

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